#Grand Cacao Chocolate Stout

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GSN Brews News: February 16th 2021 Edition

GSN Brews News: February 16th 2021 Edition

Boonville, California-based Anderson Valley Brewing Co. has re-released its Summer Solstice ale. Clocking in at 5% abv, the seasonal brew is available on draft and in 6-packs of 12-ounce cans at retailers nationwide. Anderson Valley also offers Boont Amber ale and Blood Orange gose, among other beers. DuClaw Brewing Co. in Baltimore has debuted Carob-Mel Sutra. A twist on a Belgian-style brew,…

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I love a good dark beer, any particular favs/recs?

I SURE DO!

My go-to is Young's Double Chocolate Stout, which I'm pretty sure is blasphemous because it's an English stout and my family is Irish. Other stouts I really like are Yards Love Stout, Lancaster Milk Stout, and anything Left Hand puts out. For the adventurous, both Troegs Grand Cacao and Brooklyn Black Chocolate are great but will absolutely fuck you up.

On the porter side, I'm a big fan of Dock Street's Man Full of Trouble, Deschutes Black Butte Porter, and Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter.

For the adventurous, I also like the two specialty stouts Southern Tier puts out, Thick Mint and Hot Cocoa (my favorite grilled cheese and milkshake place took the Hot Cocoa off their draught list and I'm DISTRAUGHT)

Finally, as a German beer bitch, I would be remiss not to include Kostritzer Schwarzbier, which is actually a black lager and goes well with pretty much everything

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KING HARBOR BREWING

ISABELLA'S COOKIE CO COLLABORATION SERIES

‘King Harbor Brewing is  super stoked to partner up with fellow Redondo Beach business - Isabella’s Cookie Company - to bring you some exquisite, unique, small batch beers.  We created 4 beers based on their amazing cookie recipes (if you haven’t tried them, go find some now!) each releasing every few weeks starting Saturday Sept 7th.  The grand finale will be their Abominable Snowman paired with our King Swirly V release in December.  Each beer will be released at the brewery in 12oz bottles, only 12 cases per release.  First come, first serve on release day.  2 bottles per customer max for the first release.  We will also have the cookies available for purchase that day.

The cookies:

Maui Wowie - Imperial stout w/ macadamia nuts, white chocolate, pineapple, and coconut

The Muffy - Imperial stout w/ white chocolate, blueberry, cacao, and lactose

Red Velvet - Red stout w/ cacao and vanilla bean

Hot Chocolate - Imperial stout w/ cacao and chipotle peppers’

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RFP Podcast Episode #240 – Ultra Dad Session #48: Sunday Coffee & Catch Up

 It has been over a month since we both got together for Ultra Dad podcast so apologies for all those that tune in.  Today, a Sunday morning edition, we got caught up with stories, life, and some funny moments.  Maybe a nugget or two but mostly just some perspective around the holiday season, high school soccer, wrestling, and drama 😊, of course weather, beer and just lighthearted moments to help bypass some silliness.  

 Since it was early AZ time Mike had some coffee and water.  Bryan, just back from a run enjoyed a Troegs Grand Cacao Chocolate Stout.    

 The RFP Ultra Dad’s Podcast is sponsored by Time on the Trails – delivering you a customized experience out on the trails in Arizona and beyond.  Please visit us at www.tottaz.com and on social media via IG, FB, TW & LI.

 Keep an eye on the Ultra Dad’s Instagram account @ #ultra_dads.

 You can view the live recording of today’s episode on our YouTube Channel Here!

 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relentless-forward-progress-with-mike-ubaldini/id1305969863?i=1000544743463

 Listen to the most recent episode of my podcast: RFP Podcast Episode #240 – Ultra Dad Session #48: Sunday Coffee & Catch Up

 How’d we get here?

 The Ultra Dad’s Podcast came from an idea Cindy Shane created.  Well, she planted the idea in our head after listening to the first time Bryan was on the RFP Podcast in May 2020.  There have many times over the years when we speak on the phone or in person the “we should be recording this” line comes out.  Well, here we are jumping in with both feet, like we tend to do, sharing with you our perspectives on life.  Let’s be candid – we are not perfect, and we fail often. Our favorite term to use is “it’s not ideal” and there have been countless times we’ve uttered, “a plan is great until you are punched in the face;” – but we do laugh a lot, at ourselves and/or each other mostly 😊.  All that said, there are those brief moments where things tend to fall into place and we, somehow, make it to that finish line – as ultrarunners yes, but most importantly has husbands, fathers, friends, and human beings.  We wanted to share those imperfections and those incredible moments that we’ve been fortunate enough to experience together over the last 30+ years.  So, sit back, grab a cold one, and hopefully this will be another time where things fall into place.

 -        Bryan & Mike

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Made from Tröegs Grand Cacao Chocolate Stout and with Calabrian hot peppers, Tröegs Independent Brewing releases Grand Cacao Beer Cheese. Look for this and Mad Elf Beer Cheese today.

Press Release

HERSHEY, PA - Tröegs Independent Brewing has once again teamed up with The GIANT Company and Caputo Brothers Creamery of Spring Grove, Pa., to debut a fourth limited-edition beer cheese – this time using the Hershey, PA, brewery’s newest year-round beer, Grand Cacao Chocolate Stout.

Like the other three cheeses, Grand Cacao Beer Cheese is made with milk from Pennsylvania dairy farms.

“These beer cheeses are literally saving local dairy farms,” says Caputo Brothers President Rynn Caputo. “We pride ourselves not only on making cheese that tastes good, but also does good. And so far, these beer cheeses have helped two Pennsylvania dairies stay in business.”

Grand Cacao Beer Cheese starts with 100% Pennsylvania cow’s milk. At Caputo’s York County creamery, cheesemakers bathe the curds in Grand Cacao, which features notes of milk chocolate, roasty grain and hints of sweet cream. The addition of Calabrian peperoncini adds flecks of color and what Rynn calls an “elevated spiciness.”

The result is a sweet and creamy cheese with bright pops of heat and subtle chocolate notes.

And with the holidays on the horizon, don’t miss the return of Mad Elf Beer Cheese, which debuted last October and quickly became a fan favorite. Also made with 100% Pennsylvania cow’s milk, Mad Elf Beer Cheese is a creamy, savory, and sweet cheese with notes of cinnamon, chocolate, coffee, and honey.

Both Grand Cacao Beer Cheese and Mad Elf Beer Cheese are available while supplies last at GIANT, MARTIN’S and GIANT Heirloom Market locations. Select beer cheeses are also available for delivery via caputobrotherscreamery.com or in person at Tröegs.

To learn more about this unique collaboration, please visit the Tröegs blog.

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Cocktail & Drink Names That Start With ‘B’

Index of Drinks by starting letter  → A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z

Alphabetical List of Drinks Beginning with Letter ‘B’

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Ball Diamond Fizz

gin, superfine sugar or simple syrup, lemon juice, champagne

Bamboo

dry sherry, dry vermouth, orange bitters, aromatic bitters, lemon twist

Barbara

vodka, white creme de cacao chocolate liqueur, cream or half & half

Barbary Coast No. 1 (a wink & a nod to Prohibition)

Holland Dry gin (non-alcoholic), cherry brandy flavor, lemon juice, grenadine (non-alcoholic)

Barbary Coast No. 2

gin, Scotch whisky, creme de cacao chocolate liqueur, cream

Bat Bite

dark rum, raspberry liqueur, cranberry juice

Bee's Kiss

rum, honey, cream

Bellini

Prosecco Italian sparkling wine, peach puree, peach wedge

Belmont Park

rum, fresh whole egg, powdered sugar, port wine

Bengal Tiger Cocktail

brandy, cherry liqueur, orange liqueur, pineapple juice

Bengal Tiger Shooter

gin or vodka, orange juice, red hot sauce

Between The Sheets

rum, brandy, orange liqueur, lemon juice

Black And Gold Martini

black vodka, Goldschlager gold flaked cinnamon schnapps liqueur

Black Gold Cocktails, Drinks and Shots

10+ recipes and counting

Black Pumpkin Mold

orange or tangerine juice, black vodka, ambergris shavings, orange slice

Black Russian

vodka, coffee liqueur

Black Velvet

dark stout beer, brut champagne

Blackthorn

Irish whisky, dry vermouth, aromatic bitters, orange peel or twist

Block And Fall

brandy, orange liqueur, apple brandy, absinthe

Blood And Sand

Scotch whisky, cherry brandy, sweet vermouth, orange juice, orange peel or slice and/or maraschino or brandied cherry

Blood Orange Mojito

light rum, blood orange juice, simple syrup, lime juice, sparkling water or club soda, mint sprigs

Bloody BLT

bacon infused Flor de Caña rum, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, black pepper, lemon juice, horseradish, cilantro leaves

Bloody Bone Marrow*

vodka, beef broth, tomato juice in a calcium colored cup

Bloody Brain

vodka, lime juice, cream liqueur, grenadine

Bloody Mary

vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery stalk, pickle spear

Bobby Jones Cocktail

brandy, dark creme de cacao chocolate bean liqueur, grenadine, lemon juice

Bone Marrow Shot*

vodka, beef bouillon broth, Worcestershire sauce in a bone white shotglass

Borden Chase

Scotch whisky, Italian vermouth, pastis anise flavored spirit, orange bitters

Bosom Caresser Cocktail

brandy, curacao, grenadine, egg yolk

Boston Cooler

rum, lemon juice, sugar, club soda, optional brandy - or - ginger ale & sarsaparilla

Boston Sidecar

rum, brandy, orange liqueur, lemon juice

Brandy Alexander

brandy, dark creme de cacao, cream, nutmeg

Brandy Toddy

brandy, water, sugar, boiling water

British Bulldog

butterscotch schnapps, coffee liqueur, vodka, half cream, maraschino cherry

Broadway Cocktails

a list of drinks named after Broadway plays, performers and producers

Broken Down Golf Cart

almond liqueur, melon liqueur, lime juice

Bronx

gin, French vermouth, Italian vermouth, angostura bitters, orange peel

Bronx - Former IBA

gin, French vermouth, Italian vermouth, orange juice, orange twist

Brown Cocktail

gin, light or dark rum, dry vermouth

Brown Derby

bourbon whiskey, honey, grapefruit juice

Brown Derby Drink #2

dark rum, lime juice, maple syrup

Brown Russian

vodka, coffee liqueur, ginger ale

Brown University

bourbon whiskey, dry vermouth, orange bitters

Brutus Buckeye

Scotch whisky, chestnut liqueur

Bubble Tea

tapioca pearls, black tea, milk, sugar

Buck's Fizz

orange juice, Champagne, orange twist

Buffalo

whiskey, seltzer or mineral water, lemon juice

Bulldog Cocktail

cherry brandy, gin, lime juice, slice of lime

Bulldog Highball

gin, orange juice, ginger ale

Bumbo

rum, water, brown sugar, nutmeg

Butchertown

rye whiskey, sherry, Grand Marnier orange liqueur, orange bitters

Note: This compilation is a continuously updated list of mostly mixed drinks and cocktails that begin with the letter 'b' plus their recipe ingredients. However, this directory, in general, also includes a range of other beverages as well. Blue is the color of the alphabet used in the capital letter of the illuminated initial ‘B’ for this drinks index subcategory header image shown above.

* - indicates original drink recipes created by Barina Craft.

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From Tröegs : Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of its newest year-round beer, Grand Cacao Chocolate Stout . It joins ...

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Nouveautés 8 JanvierLe confinement ce passe mieux avec une bière :Cidrerie Milton- Golden Russet AcaciaVieilli un an en fût d’Acacia, ce cidre sec monovariétal est élaboré à base de Golden Russet. Des notes équilibrées de fleurs et de fruits jaunes offrent une sensation de longueur et de fraicheur en bouche.- Fût de MadèreCe cidre complexe, élaboré à partir de 60% de McIntosh et de 40% de Spartan, s’affirme avec des saveurs de pommes cuites et de pacanes grillées.Trailway Brewing Co.- Box TheoriesDouble IPA un programme de houblon Strata chargé rend celui-ci entièrement tropical - mangue, fruits à noyau à l'avant avec un dos mélangé, légèrement humide et juteux.- Green IslandAmerican IPA a sauté avec Idaho 7 et Cashmere. Caractère de houblon doux et sucré avec des notes d'ananas, de papaye confite, de melon et de pêche.Microbrasserie La Chouape- Gras DurBrune et redoutable, cette bière de type quadruple évoque les fruits rouges confits dans un corps soutenu par la chaleur de son alcool. Bièrerie Shelton- IPA du Jour V1 La première version est une bière très fruitée, brouillée et peu amère, contenant de l'orge malté, du blé et de l'avoine, ainsi qu'une très grande quantité de houblons Citra, Mosaic et Simcoe.Microbrasserie l'Hermite-  Les Fermières - Saison 1Farmhouse ale brassée avec du miel québécois de la Miellerie King, fruitée et sèche.- Stout Dessert collaboration Boire Grand - William J. Walter Saucissier AhuntsicÉclats de cacao,noix de coco grillée,gouses de vanille de Madagascar et lactose.Collective Arts Brewing- Blueberry, Chocolate, Coffee & Vanilla Sour collaboration StillWater ArtLa myrtille est douce et acidulée et augmentée à de nouveaux niveaux avec l'acidité vive et les notes de chocolat torréfiées soulignées par le café Detour et le cacao.

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I Left My Heart in Yorkville

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The Next Stop Is Hunter College (7 bread seed cruzan spiced rum, dried chocolate peanut butter, lotus cookie spread, housemade exotic fruit purée, SoCo dirty chocolate ice cream, young’s chocolate stout)

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Spring in the 10128

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Serendipity IV (legent waffle cone bourbon, grand brulot café liqueur, chopin dorda sea salt caramel liqueur, SoCo creamery salted caramel ice cream, cream ale, bourbon cookie)

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Old Silk Stocking (black mi campo reposado and sombra mezcal, squid ink, cacao butter, lime leaves, agave, italicus, mango chutney, black sea salt, activated charcoal)

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@beatcultureco continues to rocking the beer world with chocolate flavors! Cheers my friends! ——Repost—— @beatcultureco 🎉 SATURDAY, GRAND OPENING BOTTLE RELEASE 2️⃣ OF 3️⃣ : Clock Shadow with Per’la Coffee and Cao Chocolate variant. Our Clock Shadow Imperial Stout aged on Cao Chocolate cacao nibs and Perla Coffee beans. The final result is a decadent stout with a huge dark chocolate presence and fresh coffee aroma and flavor. - ▫️ 8.5% ABV ▪️ ▪️ ▪️ #BEATCULTURE #NEXTTOTHEDAYSINN #CRISPHIGHFIVES #IMPERIALSTOUT #CAFECITO #MIAMIMADE #BORNINMIAMI #ONLYINMIAMI #BOTTLERELEASE #MIAMIBEERSCENE #305 #SUPPORTLOCAL #DRINKLIKEALOCAL #LOCALOVE #CHEERS #miamibeantobar https://ift.tt/2T0QKLt

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Ed. Note: Local Memphis breweries currently have a roster of stouts, porters, and lagers to satisfy during cold days—or at least during “pretend” cold days when you can wear a jacket and enjoy the patio. Contributor Blake has done the hard work of sampling the local offerings, so here are his personal recommendations for Memphis beer this season. Today I’m on the patio at Ghost River in shorts. Later this week I’m sure I’ll be running for an umbrella and my warm coat. So while the weather goes full “Memphis” on us, our city’s breweries have been busy at work producing some glorious beers to keep us happy in any condition. We did some drinking so you’d know all about them. (In no particular order) Wiseacre’s Barrel Aged Snowbeard Barleywine (12.4% ABV) Coming in on the cold winds to warm you up with its powerful flavors, this year’s Snowbeard is impressive.  Wiseacre aged the barleywine (strong ale) for a year in bourbon barrels, and the result is a fantastic beer with a complex profile. They say it has caramel and jam, but all I can say is that the malts and hops perfectly balance out the fantastic sugars and sweetness. If that 12.4% beer wasn’t enough to guarantee your need for an Uber or Lyft, they’ve also created the Calculator Dopplebock Lager (10% ABV) which is sweet with a deep mouthfeel of toffee flavors that had me wanting to order many more. High Cotton’s Double Chocolate Stout (7% ABV) Take in the aroma of High Cotton’s Double Chocolate Stout, and you’ll imagine a thick slice of decadent chocolate cake; taste a sip of the beer, and you’ll get all the chocolate flavor without the sweetness. High Cotton added plenty of Cacao nibs during secondary fermentation for that smooth, chocolate flavor, and I’m sure glad they did—this is one very enjoyable beer. If you’re looking for more relaxed but still enjoyable beer you could drink all day, try their English Mild (3.2% ABV) which has a nice pub-beer quality to it, while being low in alcohol so it can be enjoyed for a long afternoon in the taproom.  Boscos’ Ed’s Porter (6.6% ABV) I get excited anytime Boscos has a porter available, so I was ecstatic to see the Ed’s Porter back on tap.  Dark roasted malts with hops create a deep full-bodied porter, with less sweetness than I expect from porters. The flavors of this one keep my palate entertained until the last drop. On the special tap at Boscos is their Belgian Quad (10.1% ABV) full of complex flavors of sugars and malts. As mentioned to me, “this beer is strong, amber and dangerous.” I agree: dangerously delicious.  Memphis Made’s The Judge Porter (6% ABV) My last trip to Memphis Made was great, as I constantly want dark beers and they deliver a multitude. The Judge is a chocolate-vanilla porter with roasted cocoa nibs that bring the tastiness porter fans crave. Less sweet but equally delicious is the Drew’s Day Off Stout (6.1% ABV), an oatmeal stout with hearty mouthfeel and flavors, and their Orange Drewlious (6.1 ABV) which is the Drew’s Day Off with some added orange peel.  You just can’t go wrong with these local beers. Crosstown’s Spacebird Donut Stout (5.2% ABV) The first stout out of Crosstown was a big hit for those looking for a smooth, sweet stout experience.  It’s a pastry stout, which is a style that can encompass all sorts of extremely sweet concoctions, most with higher alcohol content. This makes Spacebird’s lower ABV more enjoyable for casual taproom and patio fun. If you don’t want to go the stout route, check out their NYX Czech Dark Lager (5% ABV) which has the dark roasty flavors of the malts with a clean mouthfeel and drinking experience.  Meddlesome’s Under Pressure Vanilla Porter (4.4% ABV) With strong vanilla flavors and a bitter malty bite, Under Pressure delivers on the type of beer you need while sitting by the fireplace after a cold day. For a sweet porter, it doesn’t have the smoothest mouthfeel I’d expect, but the flavors are hard to beat.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Meddlesome Brewing (@meddlesomebrewing) on Jan 12, 2020 at 9:49am PST Also available currently is their Dirty ‘Dova Imperial IPA (8.2%), which for an IPA, doesn’t have as harsh of a hoppy bite as you’d think.  This beer is a perfect Winter beer for IPA fans.   Rock’n Dough’s Mr. Sweet Potato Head (10.1% ABV) I first had this beer two years ago at Cooper Young Beer Fest and was happy when I saw it again on the beer list at Rock’n Dough when I went in on a busy Friday night.  If you’re a pumpkin beer fan (and I am) you’ll love the spice and sweet potato flavors. At 10.1%, it packs quite a punch, but it sure is a tasty punch. Rock ‘n’ Dough Beer Flight The Strong Silent Type Belgian Blonde (9% ABV) isn’t a typical beer style to think about in the winter, but it’s so delicious I couldn’t leave it off the list, and at 9% it can keep you warm in the cold.  For a blonde ale, it had wonderful flavors from the Belgian yeast which made it hard to order only one.   Ghost River’s Rocket-88 Oatmeal Stout (6.5% ABV) This new addition to the canned seasonal offerings from GRB is slightly sweet with a smooth mouthfeel, a beer that works perfectly by the fire pit or on the patio. Fun fact: the can art was created by Memphis artist Birdcap. If you’re looking for a bitter non-sweet offering, try their Dry Irish Stout (5.25% ABV) which delivers a dark-roasted, hearty stout experience.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ghost River Brewing Co. (@ghostriverbrewing) on Jan 25, 2020 at 10:04am PST Cheers! About the Author Blake Marcum was born and raised in the 901 and now lives in Midtown, helping people vicariously live out their dreams on social media, if those dreams involve beer and barbecue.  He’s a contributor to I Love Memphis,Memphis Travel, and MemphisCraftBeer.com.  A Grand Champion of BBQ Fest (2013) and BBQ judge, he really knows BBQ. Pairing that with his love of craft beer, he’s a great representative of the fun side of the Bluff City.  Blake loves the investment going into Memphis and believes the best is yet to come. Follow him on Twitter at@blakeandbrew. Are you a home owner in Memphis, with a broken garage door? Call ASAP garage door today at 901-461-0385 or checkout https://ift.tt/1B5z3Pc

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Beers: Chocolate, Spice and Everything Nice

Credit: CraftBeer.com

January 29, 2018

Chocolate originated in Central America, and its history dates back to well-before Columbus sailed the ocean blue. Originally, native cultures like the Mayans and Aztecs consumed chocolate as a drink, and softened the intense bitterness of cacao with spices like vanilla and peppers (there’s even some evidence the drink contained alcohol). When the Europeans arrived and brought sugar with them, chocolate transitioned into its modern form.

Many craft brewers are honoring chocolate’s liquid ancestry by brewing Mexican hot chocolate-inspired beers with cacao, vanilla, peppers, cinnamon and other spices. Since many beer styles brewed with dark malts already have some chocolate flavors (as well as complementary flavors like caramel or coffee), styles like porter and stout can beautifully evoke this ancient beverage’s appeal while adding further complexity.

American Imperial Stout is most often employed because of its dessert-like decadence and ability to stand up to strong spices. But with a careful touch, lower strength dark styles like a robust porter and American Stout can also receive the south-of-the-border chocolate treatment.

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11 Mexican Hot Chocolate-Inspired Beers to Try

Mexican Hot Chocolate | Aslin Beer Co. | Herndon, VA

The idea for Aslin’s Mexican Hot Chocolate beer came from the owner’s favorite cake. (Liz Traks)

“The idea of Mexican Hot Chocolate came from one of Richard’s favorite cakes to make during the holiday season,” says Aslin Beer co-owner Andrew Kelley of co-owner Richard Thompson. Kelley, Thompson, and third partner Kai Leszkowski homebrewed the dessert-inspired beer first, and their successful experiment turned into their Mexican Hot Chocolate Imperial Stout. Aslin, which is named for the maiden name of the three sisters the partners are married to (brownie points, boys), conditions this big beer with Madagascar vanilla beans, cinnamon, nutmeg and three different kinds of chili peppers. “All of this is balanced by the sweetness and roast of our 10 percent base state,” says Kelley.

Mayan Sunrise | Latitude 42 Brewing Co. | Portage, MI

Latitude 42 brewer Scott Freitas tasted a few Mexican chocolate-inspired beers at the Great American Beer Festival years ago and knew he wanted to brew one at his Michigan brewery. He settled on brewing a 7% ABV American Stout for the base, and added Ancho, Guajillo, and Habanero peppers and cinnamon bark to get the perfect level of spice and complexity.

“What makes this beer unique is the balance of all the peppers,” says Freitas. “You don’t want it to be too hot, or not spicy enough. It’s a delicate line.”

Aztec Gold | Gizmo Brew Works | Raleigh, NC

Gizmo Brew Works is known for quirky, small-batch beers, and their 9.2% Aztec Gold Imperial Chocolate Stout got its start as an extremely small batch indeed–the beer was the winner of a homebrewing contest between employees. The beer became the first in the brewery’s Inventor Series, a group of 12 high gravity beers that Gizmo rotates through on a monthly basis. Aztec Gold is brewed with local cacao nibs and Madagascar vanilla beans, and is named in honor of the belief that cocoa was so prized in Aztec culture that it was sometimes used as currency.

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Mexican Chocolate Stout | Copper Kettle Brewing Co. | Denver, CO

Copper Kettle owner and head brewer Jeremy Gobien speaks with obvious reverence of his beer he says is inspired by the cacao drinks used in sacred Mayan religious ceremonies. “Unlike other chocolate-themed dark beers, we intentionally created a beer with a relatively dry body,” says Gobien. “To this starting canvas, we added layers of spices including cassia cinnamon and a blend of three Central American chili peppers including Ancho, Guajillo and habanero, and then finish with high-quality cacao. The resulting experience is complex and layered.” While cinnamon is prevalent when you first sip this 7% ABV stout, Gobien says the chili heat soon kicks in. “After a few seconds, the subtle burn on the habanero begins to blossom and combine with the cinnamon flavors.” Gobien explains this beer is “designed for beer lovers looking to challenge their definition of what beer is.”

(READ: 9 Smoke Beers to Light Your Fire)

Xocoveza | Stone Brewing | Escondido, CA

Stone’s Xocoveza was original a homebrew competition winner. (Stone Brewing Co.)

Stone Brewing’s coveted Xocoveza stout was never intended to be part of the brewery’s permanent rotation of seasonal beers, but beer lovers wouldn’t take “No” for an answer. The beer was first brewed after winning the popular California brewery’s homebrew competition in 2014. While it was meant to be a one-time specialty brew, the beer proved so popular, the brewery decided to add it to their annual line-up as a winter release. The beer’s name is a portmanteau of the “xocolatl,” the word for the Aztec cacao drink on which the beer is based, and “cerveza,” the Spanish word for beer. In addition to the usual cocoa, vanilla, cinnamon, and peppers, Xocoveza’s complex flavor is aided by coffee and nutmeg. And as if the drink wasn’t legit enough as is, Stone even sources organic cocoa beans to make their own 100 percent cacao bars to use in the brewing process!

Mexican Cake | Westbrook Brewing | Mount Pleasant, SC

While Westbrook Brewing is perhaps best known for low alcohol, esoteric European beer styles like Grätzer, Lichtenhainer, and especially gose (not to mention a solid IPA), they also released one of the first Mexican hot chocolate-inspired imperial stouts to gain cult status. Mexican Cake was released for the brewery’s first anniversary in 2012, and has become one of the most coveted beers in the country. Brewed with cacao nibs, cinnamon sticks, vanilla beans, and habanero peppers, a small batch of this 10.5% ABV beer even makes it into rare Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels.

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Hunahpu’s Imperial Stout | Cigar City Brewing | Tampa, FL

Credit: Cigar City Brewing

If you’re reading this site, you probably don’t need me to tell you what Hunahpu is. The legendary spiced imperial stout from Tampa’s Cigar City is released once a year on Hunahpu’s Day in March, a celebratory festival held at the brewery. This 11% ABV behemoth brewed with cacao nibs, Madagascar vanilla, cinnamon, and two different peppers takes its name from Mayan mythology. The Hunahpu family of heroes overcame great odds to “defeat the Dark Lords,” according to the brewery’s website. Read into that rivalry what you will.

Mayan Mocha Stout | Odd Side Ales | Grand Haven, MI

While the Odd Side Ales folks make imperial and barrel-aged versions of their Mayan Mocha Stout, it’s nice to be able to add a (somewhat) session strength beer to this list. At 6.5% ABV, Mayan Mocha is brewed with Dutch chocolate, coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg, and habaneros to achieve a smooth beer that balances dessert flavors with subtle heat. Not every Mexican chocolate beer has to hit you like a luchador wrestler, and Mayan Mocha proves it.

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Mexican Morning | Conclave Brewing | Raritan Twp., NJ

Conclave Brewing takes this concept even further down the ABV scale. Mexican Morning is only 5.9% ABV, and since it’s based on the brewery’s Espresso Milk Stout, it could be the perfect brunch beer. Spiced with the usual potpourri of cinnamon, cacao, vanilla, and arbol peppers, Mexican Morning would go well with fried chorizo and eggs and a chocolate concha for the perfect Mexican breakfast. 

Mexican Achromatic | Weldwerks Brewing Co. | Greeley, CO

Steampunk-themed Weldwerks Brewing Co. has been on a hot streak recently, picking up medals at the World Beer Cup, Great American Beer Festival, and Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged Beer in the last 18 months. But whereas many Mexican chocolate-inspired stouts aim for heat as well, this brewery’s 10% ABV Mexican Achromatic eschews peppers for a complex blend of earthier spices, including Vietnamese and Mexican cinnamon sticks, Indonesian cassia bark, Madagascar vanilla beans, and Ghanan cacao nibs. A healthy proportion of oats in the mash and an extended boil make this stout chewy, full-bodied, and unbelievably smooth.

Oaxaca Mole Milk Stout | Benchtop Brewing | Norfolk, VA

Inspired by local restaurant’s version of the popular Mexican mole dish, the folks at Benchtop Brewing crafted a unique take on this substyle of beer by seeking to evoke the flavors of the savory chocolate entrée rather than liquid cocoa. The brewing team added piloncillo sugar, star anise, toasted almonds, cinnamon, cacao nibs, and Ancho, Guajillo, and mulato peppers to their 4.8% milk stout to create a sessionable mole-inspired beer that is smooth, full-flavored, and complex.

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David Nilsen is a Certified Cicerone and a member of the National Book Critics Circle. He teaches a monthly beer tasting class and leads other professional beer tasting events around his hometown of Greenville, Ohio. He lives with his wife, daughter, and a very irritable cat.

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Be on the lookout for Bourbon Barrel-Aged Mocha Ten FIDY Imperial Stout from Oskar Blues

Press Release

LONGMONT, CO., BOULDER, CO., and BREVARD, NC ... Oskar Blues Brewery will release a very limited amount of Bourbon Barrel-Aged Mocha Ten FIDY Imperial Stout onJuly 7, (National Chocolate Day) at the Oskar Blues Boulder, Longmont, and Brevard Taproom locations. The O.G. Imperial Stout got a one-way golden ticket to the inside of a barrel, where it went ass-over-elbows into a Cholaca chocolate river and then hotbox'd with Hotbox Roasters' coldbrew until it manifested as a smooth mocha mutha.

Bourbon Barrel Aged Ten FIDY was massively doused with unsweetened pure liquid cacao made by our friends at Cholaca, then dosed with Hotbox Roasters’ cold brew from Mexican coffee beans. Get it in a grande, a venti, or a trenta… just kidding, put it straight in yer mouthhole. "Ten FIDY Imperial Stout doesn't know how to use its inside voice in the first place; and on this one, we hooked it up to a Cholaca-and-coffee amplifier and turned the volume up to 11," said Tim Matthews, Head of Brewing Operations for Oskar Blues.

BA Mocha Ten FIDY will be available in Oskar Blues Boulder, Longmont and Brevard taprooms only. Numbered wristbands will be handed out at 9:30am but a line may begin to form much earlier. Wristbands will allow folks to (reasonably) wander without losing their place in line. Each wristband has a number on it, and yes that number does matter. Beer will be sold in order according to the number system so Mocha seekers must be present when their number is called. Each person may purchase up to five cases of BA Mocha Ten FIDY. 19.2 oz cans come in 12-count cases. If there are cans left at 3pm (both MST and EST), a “No Limit” rule kicks in and peeps will be able to purchase to their hearts' content.

At that hour on a Saturday, of course there will be breakfast food available; and the coffee isn’t just in the beer - Hotbox Roasters will be on the scene to satisfy wake-up needs. All sales (draft and cans) will begin at 10am. A limited amount of BA Mocha Ten FIDY will be on draft, 10 ounces at a time.

PRICING:

4 oz pour on DRAFT = $4

10 oz pour on DRAFT = $10

One 19.2 oz CAN of Mocha BA Ten FIDY = $15

One CASE (12 CANs) = $180

Crowler and/or Growler fills will not be available. For this event, participating taprooms will accept cash and credit card. Checks will not be accepted. AHA discounts are not applicable at the BA Mocha Ten FIDY release. Good times and rare beer revelry are applicable. Meet us in the Fudge Room, er, the Taproom on July 7 to get yer hands on this beast.

Questions, dirty jokes and song requests can be submitted to info@oskarblues.com

ABOUT OSKAR BLUES BREWERY Founded 20 years ago in Lyons, Colorado, Oskar Blues Brewery launched the craft beer-in-a-can apocalypse with their hand-canned, flagship brew Dale's Pale Ale. Today, Oskar Blues is one of the fastest growing breweries in the country and operates breweries in Colorado, North Carolina and Texas. Oskar Blues produced more than 200,000 barrels in 2016 and Dale’s Pale Ale earned the nation's top-selling craft can six-pack at U.S supermarkets. The original craft beer canners continue to push innovation with creations like The CROWLER, Hotbox Coffee Roasters, B. Stiff & Sons Old Fashioned Sodas, The Oak Room, Oskar Blues Fooderies, REEB Cycles and the cycling inspired accommodations and event space at REEB Ranch in North Carolina. Oskar Blues is available in all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., parts of Canada, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Spain, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Brazil, and South Korea.

To keep up with all things Oskar Blues, visit http://www.oskarblues.com/

ABOUT CANARCHY CRAFT BREWERY COLLECTIVE Founded in 2015, CANarchy is a disruptive collective of like-minded brewers dedicated to bringing quality and innovative flavors to beer drinkers in the name of independent craft beer. The portfolio of craft breweries, partially funded by Fireman Capital Partners, including Oskar Blues Brewery, Perrin Brewing Company, Cigar City Brewing, Squatters Craft Beer and Wasatch Brewery and newly added Deep Ellum Brewing Company, is challenging corporate convention to preserve independent craft beer culture. CANarchy is the #1 provider of American craft beer in a can by bringing value to distributors, retailers and beer drinkers. CANarchy was recently ranked #9 on list of the 2017 Top 50 U.S. Craft Brewers as ranked by sales volume. Cigar City Brewing Jai Alai IPA and Oskar Blues’ Dale’s Pale Ale are currently the #1 and #2 sold craft can six packs in U.S. Grocery. The CANarchy platform brewed 359,000 bbls in 2017, reaching all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., parts of Canada, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Spain, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Brazil, and South Korea.  https://www.canarchy.beer

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Local Brew Happenings in Tidewater VA

PINT NIGHTS / TAP TAKEOVERS / KEG TAPPINGS: (Scroll down for Brew Festival listings)

Wed, Feb 15

- Code Word Wednesday, Young Veterans Brewing Company, 3 - 8:00 pm, 2505 Horse Pasture Rd., Virginia Beach. Code Word Wednesday's have begun. Whisper the Code Word to our bartender and you can receive half off the featured beer of the day. Check our Facebook page to find Today's beer and Code Word!

- Half Price Wednesday, Tapped Gastropub, East Hilltop, 1550 Laskin Rd #198, Virginia Beach. Join us every Wednesday; any and every bottle of craft beer and wine is half off!

- Pint Night, Hair of the Dog Eatery, 6 - 10:00 pm, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 210, Virginia beach. It's Wednesday, and what is a better way to reward yourself for almost getting through the week you ask??? Pint Night, featuring some of the area's best acoustic acts and great breweries! We say the best reward is an AMAZING happy hour combined with food, beverages and awesome smiling faces.

- Trivia Night, Pleasure House Brewing, 7 - 9:00 pm, 3025 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. Trivia Night is coming back! Beat the heat and your friends at team trivia. The winning team gets a $40 gift card!

- Randal Wednesdays, Mix it Up Growlers Flights & Pints, 5 - 10:00 pm, 2973 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. On Wednesdays we Randal! Each week we'll run a featured beer through a selection of fruit, spices and other treats to create a one-of-a-kind draft!

- Can Release / Vinyl Night, Commonwealth Brewing Company, 3 - 10:00 pm, 2444 Pleasure House Rd., Virginia Beach. Inspired by a chronic night in Denver, Marshmallow Eyes is a hazy, super soft wheat IPA made with fall wildflower honey from the eastern shore and a boatload of marshmallows!  Tasting notes exhibit low bitterness, all dat juice and subtle lemon and citrus notes. ABV 6.1% and Available ONLY in cans ONLY in the tasting room. We bring the tunes to you via VINYL every third Wednesday of the month. Bring your own, or jam to our all-inclusive staff collection of records. *Oldies, Jazz, Punk and more! Plus, 'Ferg’s Missing Ingredient' food truck will be here Wednesday, Feb 15th, specializing in Southern Cooking, Seafood and more. Fresh, local and delicious.

- Brewery Tours, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant - Virginia Beach, 5 - 6:00 pm, 4561 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Come check out the behind the scenes workings of our craft brewery!

- Green Flash Tap Takeover, Pungo Sports Bar & Grill, 5:00 pm, 1776 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Pungo Sports Bar & Grill is featuring Green Flash! #GreenFlashBrew

- BURP run, Big Ugly Brewing Company, 6:30 pm, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. It looks like the rain will clear out just in time for our run. Come on out and burn off that Valentines candy.

- GHENT YOUR GAME ON! Game Night with Video Game Heaven, O'Connor Brewing Co., 3 - 9:00 pm, 211 W 24th St., Norfolk. Once a month our friends at Video Game Heaven come over and turn OBC into a BEERCADE! Whether you’re looking for a fun fix of retro video games from your childhood, or you’re a hardcore new-school kick-ass gamer, every third Wednesday at O’Connor is your night to GHENT YOUR GAME ON. Consoles include Nintendo, Super Nintendo, Sega, Genesis, Wii U, XBox One, and PS4. Games include Super Mario Bros, Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers, Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, and so many more! Leave your quarters, because it’s totally free to play. Kids aged 9 to 99 welcome. PLUS, since it’s Wednesday, DJ Ian Janes will be in the house playing new and old records. So come party with us!

- Free Tasting, bottleBOX-Craft Beer to Go, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, 325 W 21st St, Norfolk. Hey Norfolk! This Wednesday our weekly tasting will feature Young Veterans Brewing Company. On draft for growler/crowler fills, we'll be highlighting their latest release: Truce in the Forest (Imperial White IPA) and we'll also be pouring samples of Semper Fi.P.A. (Citra Hopped IPA), Pineapple Grenade (Hefeweizen), and G.I. Pilsner from cans. See you this Wednesday!

- Growler Power Hours, ExceptionAle, 3 - 8:00 pm, 2000 Colonial Ave., # 6, Norfolk. Come in and get your mid-week growler fill fix and save. All size growlers filled from all 41 taps are discounted.

- Pint Night, Hair of the Dog Eatery ODU, 6 - 10:00 pm, 4820 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. Pint night at Hair of the Dog ODU every Wednesday! We say the best reward is an AMAZING happy hour combined with food, beverages and awesome smiling faces.

- Drink Specials, The Bold Mariner Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 2409 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Norfolk. Happy Hump Day! Come out and enjoy a brew or two, with specials on Draught every Wednesday.

- Pizza & Growlers, Benchtop Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 1129 Boissevain Ave., Norfolk. The Bakehouse at Chelsea delivering handmade wood-fired pizzas, and we'll have growler specials.

- Pete's Pub Trivia, Smartmouth Brewing Company, 6 - 8:00 pm (open 4:30 - 9:00 pm), 1309 Raleigh Avenue, Norfolk. Now every Wednesday! Let Pete challenge your knowledge of random facts and information. No charge. Starts promptly at 6 pm. Teams of 6 or less. Winners may choose either glassware or growler as prize. Plus tasty street food from 'Cast Iron Catering'.

- The Birch's 7 Hours of Allagash, 5:00 pm - Midnight, 1231 W Olney Rd., Norfolk. 7 Hours of Allagash, a mini festival brought to you by The Birch. We will be hosting a mini tap takeover featuring some of Allagash's most delicious beers! Their regional rep, Kristen, will be in attendance! Tap List: TBA. Bottle Pours: Farm to Face, Avance,  FV 13.  Magnums: Interlude, Hibernal Fluxus

- Alive Music, Wharf Hill Brewing Co., 7 - 10:00 pm, 25 Main St, Smithfield. Come on out and hang out at the pub while listening great local music. See you at the pub!

- ODU Science Pubs, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. Come join Science Pubs ODU and have the chance to discuss some important issues as well as learn new information from two researchers - one from Virginia Institute of Marine Science, and one from ODU! Beers and science go very well together - it's a proven fact! Plus, the first 20 to arrive get a free beer. Who could argue with that logic? RSVPs encouraged at https://fs25.formsite.com/researchdev/form73/index.html.

- Trivia Night Wednesdays, Bull Island Brewing Company, 7 - 9:00 pm, 758 Settlers Landing Rd., Hampton. Weekday Happy Hour from 3-6 pm, followed by Wednesday Night Trivia with Quizmaster Kyle! Come in, and bring your friends! First place team gets a grand prize from the brewery!

- Hump Day Food Truck, St. George Brewing Company, 5 - 8:00 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. Today we welcome 'Potheads Mobile Catering & Eatery'. Let us take care of dinner for you! Come on out for some good beer, & some good food, and fun!

- Heavy Seas Steal The Glass, Craft 60 Ale House, 4 - 9:00 pm, 13361 Warwick Blvd., Newport News. Our next Steal the Glass features delicious craft beers by Heavy Seas Beer. Join us for a great night of local craft food and Baltimore craft brews. Featuring 5 different offerings from Heavy Seas Brewing from Baltimore.

- Weekly Group Run, Tradition Brewing Co.,  6:00 pm, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Burn and Brew tonight with Flat-Out Events & Point 2 Running Company! Join us at our group run at Tradition Brewing Co! We will meet there,  run a 3-mile loop around City Center, and finish back at Tradition. Following the run, there will be a Food Truck at Tradition and, of course, beer! There will also be complimentary Nuun hydration at the end of the run. Meet in front of the tasting room at 6:00, all levels welcome.

- Trivia Night, Tradition Brewing Co., 7 - 9:00 pm (Holiday Hours 4 - 10:00 pm), 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Of Course it's Trivia Night at Tradition Brewing Company with the 1st Place Prize Package: PIZZA, PINT, & A POLAROID. The 1st place team gets the winners' table right next to the bar the following week, and the other trivia teams will know your team because our NEW Trivia Mascot will be sitting on the table signaling you were last week's winner! The 1st place team will also be served a freshly delivered pizza with up to 2 toppings and one pint of Tradition Brewing Company beer for every team member (up to 6 pints). Finally, the 1st place team will also have a team photo taken and added to the board. We'll have 'Suck On This BBQ' here, serving extremely serious BBQ & homemade southern food to sate your hunger.

- Beer Tapping / William & Mary Tribe Discount Night, The Virginia Beer Company, 4 - 9:00 pm, 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. Have you tried MAD About Stout, aged on Cacao Nibs from MAD about Chocolate? Do so. Have you tried MAD About Stout paired with Creekside Catering Co. morsels? Do so. And if you're affiliated with William & Mary you can do so at a special price too!

- Team Trivia Night, Alewerks Brewing Company, 7:00 pm (Open 12 - 9:00 pm), 189-B Ewell Road, Williamsburg. Every Wednesday in the taproom join us for Trivia Night at Alewerks. Teams of up to six geniuses battle through five rounds of trivia that are sure to reveal who has the superior intellect. Beer makes you smarter, everyone knows that. The victors, first and second runners up will win prizes and there are bonus prizes and drink specials to be had throughout the night.

Thu, Feb 16

- Virginia Craft Beer Night, Tapped Crafthouse, 2181 Upton Drive, Virginia Beach. Happy VA craft beer Thursday! $3 Pints of local and regional craft beers. Come get them while they last!

- Vinyl Night and Bingo, Back Bay Brewing Company, 7-10:00 pm, 614 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach. Spinning records starting at 7 pm, hosted by BYO Records! They'll be mini prizes for bingo winners.

- Draft Beer Night, 11th Street Taphouse Bar & Grill, 4 - 9:00 pm, VB Oceanfront on the Boardwalk, 1011 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. Every Thursday we offer 50% off our rotating Drafts!

- Pint Night, Chicho's More Than Pizza, 29th St., Virginia Beach. Each Thursday we switch out one of the taps with a new IPA or other craft beer. When you buy a pint of it you get the glass as a gift.

- Virginia Craft Beer Night, Tapped Gastropub, East Hilltop, 1550 Laskin Rd #198, Virginia Beach. Happy VA craft beer Thursday! $3 Pints of local and regional craft beers. Come get them while they last!

- Pizza & Pint Night, Baker's Crust, Hilltop, Ghent, Greenbrier & Williamsburg. Every Thu from 5 - 9:00 pm. Originating in Naples, Italy, our Neapolitan pizzas mimic that of the traditional Neapolitan Pizza using only 00 flour, hand-stretched dough, house-made fresh mozzarella & Italian tomatoes. Our pizzas are brought to life in our oak wood-fired oven, creating pizzas with an added layer of texture and flavor. $6 Pizzas, PLUS a Special Happy Hour from 4-9 pm.

- Pi(e)nt Night, Your Pie Hilltop, 5 - 9:00 pm, 754 Hilltop North Shopping Ctr., Virginia Beach. Every Thursday night, order a pint from our Brewery of the Month and keep the glass.

- Beer School, The Porch at Whole Foods Virginia Beach, 6:30-8:00 pm, 1800 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach. Join one of our beer experts on The Porch for a different topic each week. 21 years of age or older with valid ID, $6.50

- Free Beer Tasting, Grape & Gourmet, 4:30-7:00 pm, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach. Come see what Gabe is pouring for tonight's tasting. Five new beers every week!

- Float Night, Mix it Up Growlers Flights & Pints, 5 - 10:00 pm, 2973 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. What's better than Ice Cream and Beer? Nothing.

- Beer Release, Commonwealth Brewing Company, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 2444 Pleasure House Rd, Virginia Beach. Burgundy: This Belgian Dubbel is made with 3 different types of Belgian candi syrup and open fermented yielding rich malt and ripe fruit notes, warming alcohol and a subtle spice finish.  8.4% abv  29 IBU. Available only on draft. We'll have 'Taste of Brazil' on Thursday, Feb 16th with their authentic Brazilian food.

- Out of the Box: 'Blue Ribbon', Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 6 - 9:00 pm, 201 Market St., Virginia Beach. Make your New Year's resolution to support local artists! The Sandler Center's "Out of the Box" Emerging Artist Series takes place every Thursday thru March 2, 2017 in the Miller Studio. This great after work event is in collaboration with Paul Shugrue from 'Out of the Box' on 89.5 WHRV. It's the perfect setting to meet-up with co-workers and friends to enjoy a night of music, food, and drinks. Admission is free and kicks off right at 6 pm until 9 pm. Live Music begins at 7 pm. *Standing room only.

- Big Ugly Tall Tales, Big Ugly Brewing Company, 7 - 9:00 pm, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. Come join us for our next book club meeting when we will be discussing "The Last Days of Night" by Graham Moore. As always, there will be lots of great craft brews to enjoy and Tap it Local will be in the house cooking up some good eats.

- Pi(e)nt Night, Your Pie Pizza Norfolk, 5:00 pm to close, Wards Corner, 7550 Granby St., Norfolk. Every Thursday night, order a pint from our Brewery of the Month and keep the glass.

- Growler Fill Thursday & Beers n BBQ Night, O'Connor Brewing Co., 3 - 10:00 pm, 211 W 24th St, Norfolk. Join us every Thursday for tasty drafts and discounts on all growler fills! Come out and grab some of Rustic Roots Gourmet’s authentic BBQ with complex flavors and upscale flair from 3-10 pm! Cheers!

- T-shirt Thursday, Coelacanth Brewing Company, 4:30 - 9:00 pm, 760 A W 22nd St., Norfolk. Remember every Thursday is T-SHIRT THURSDAY where you save when you support local business. 1 - Wear a T-shirt from a locally-owned Norfolk business or any Hampton Roads Brewery & get 10% off. 2 - Wear a T-shirt from Coelacanth & get 15% off. 3 - Buy a T-shirt for 25% off.

- Pint Night, The Public House, 5:00 pm, 1112 Colley Ave, Norfolk. Join The Public House for our weekly Pint Night. Pours start at 5 pm! Glassware and beers are limited!

- Thirsty Thursday's at Bold Mariner Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 2409 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Norfolk. Come out every Thursday and enjoy specials on Growler Fills.

- Beer Release, Benchtop Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 1129 Boissevain Ave., Norfolk. We are so excited about this unique beer: Trial of Dmitri. We are calling it a Beet Kvass and the inspiration is drawn from a historical Russian beer style and the name comes from a Dostoyevsky classic. This beer represents all that Benchtop is. From the science to carefully cultivate a lactobacillus culture, to the local farmers (Cullipher Farm ) that grew the beets, the local baker (The Bakehouse at Chelsea) that baked the sourdough rye bread, and the local restaurant (Field Guide) that helped us by prepping and roasting the beets. 'Karnage Asada' will serving up their delicious eats as well.

- Smartcade // Super Smash Bros. Tournament, Smartmouth Beer, 4:30 - 8:30 pm, 1309 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk. Join us for a Super Smash Bros. Smartcade Tournament!! TOP 3 WINNERS will receive prizes. Enjoy delicious Smartmouth brews and tasty pizza from The Bakehouse at Chelsea as you put your button-mashing skills to the test. Admission is free all you have to do is press start!

- Cider Thursday, The Birch, 5:00 pm - 12:00 am, 1231 W Olney Rd, Norfolk. Come in for our Cider Thursday! All draft and bottle ciders are on Happy Hour until 9pm. A special board is made to pair with the featured cider of the evening, and if you get a cheese or charcuterie plate you get an additional cheese free!

- Fair Winds Brewery of the Month, Roger Brown's Restaurant and Sports Bar, 4 - 7:00 pm, 316 High St., Portsmouth. Join us every Thursday in February at Roger Brown's in Portsmouth! Steal a pint!!!

- Mead Class, Great Bottles LLC, 7 - 8:00 pm, 1901 Governors Pointe Dr., Suffolk. Zeb from Melo Lion Meadery will be here to teach us and allow us to taste some meads from the Melo Lion! $15/ per person.

- Trivia Night, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 7 - 9:00 pm (open at 1:00 pm), 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. Trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm hosted by Team Trivia VB! We’ll have 'All About The Cheese’ food truck on site at 4:30 pm. Trivia and cheesy goodness, what could be better!?! Put on your smarty pants and head on over. Cheers!

- Pint Nights at The Point, The Point at Phoebus - Spirits and Comfort Foods, 6:00 pm, 30 Mellen St E, # E, Hampton. Every Thursday, come enjoy a local craft brew and keep the pint for a penny. Join us for Point Pint Night as we welcome Green Flash Brewing Co. Virginia Beach as our featured brewery of the month. We will be pouring Le Freak and Cosmic Ristretto. The kitchen is preparing a beautiful pairing to enjoy with these super brews.

- Thirsty Thursday, Bull Island Brewing Company, 3 - 6:00 pm, 758 Settlers Landing Rd., Hampton. We'll tap a Thirsty Thursday Beer of the Day! Plus, Weekday Happy Hour from 3-6 pm. Enjoy special pricing on pints to start your night Happy.

- Thursday Night BrewTunes at St. George Brewing Company, 4 - 8:00 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. 'Brandon Patrick Bower' is playing music from 6 - 8 pm. Come out and support this awesome local artist. 'OffBeat Eatz' Food Truck with amazing food, come try out a new food truck to the St. George Crew.

- Steal the Pint Night with Devils Backbone, Schooners Grill, 6 - 9:00 pm, 12567 Warwick Blvd., Newport News. Devils Backbone is taking over Schooners Grill with Cocoa Bear! This beer is midnight black, full-bodied, with dark chocolate flavors coming from the marriage of imported cocoa and roasted & caramelized malts. Six types of malts and two types of cocoa nibs go into this chocolate lover’s beer. Join us for a pint...then steal the glass when you're done!

- College Night with College Tunes, Tradition Brewing Company, 4 - 10:00 pm (Holiday Hours), 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Flash your current college ID & enjoy pint promos open 'til close! Must have a valid ID and 21+ college. Plus our College Night Pint Promo now has college bands. And we’ll have 'TasteSpuds’ with fresh-cut French Fries with a special blend of seasoning that will have you begging for more!

- Slider Night, Dog Street Pub, 5:00 pm, 401 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg. Every Thursday is Slider Night. Three unique sliders paired with three taste size beers ready to start your weekend early. Slider night tempts us, so get them while you can.

- Thursday Food Truck, The Virginia Beer Company, 4 - 9:00 pm (New Hours), 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. Join us with 'FoodaTude..Food with Attitude' food truck in the beer garden to help you start your weekend early with great food and great beer.

- Randall Night at Alewerks, Alewerks Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 189-B Ewell Road, Williamsburg. Thursdays are Randall Night at Alewerks. Come out and enjoy Corbin's latest creation. We take one of our premium beers and enhance the flavor as it pours with ingredients that change weekly, creating new and exciting combinations worth coming back for again and again. This week's combination is our wildly popular Superb IPA injected with mango and serrano peppers. Sure to please, with an added kick!

- Beer Dinner, Water Street Grille, 6 - 9:00 pm, 323 Water St., Yorktown. Join us for a Four Course Beer Paired Dinner Featuring Center of the Universe Brewing Company!

Fri, Feb 17

- Food Truck Friday, Green Flash Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm (open 12 - 10:00 pm), 1209 Craft Lane, Virginia Beach. 'The Coop' Food Truck specializing in gourmet egg sandwiches, California-style breakfast burritos, baked goods, and more. Don't settle for fast-food.

- Beers with the Brewer, Back Bay Brewing Company, 12 - 6:00 pm, 614 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach. Come meet our Brewer, share a pint and hear about how we make our beers.

- Charlotte Hour, Lynnhaven Pub, 5-8:00 pm, 2236 W Great Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. Join us out on the patio sampling some tasty brews. Come by, talk beer, and grab a ready brew.

- Growler Fill Night, Mix it Up Growlers Flights & Pints, 5:00 pm - Midnight, 2973 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. 20% off Growler Fills!

- Liberty Call, Pleasure House Brewing, 12 - 11:00 pm, 3025 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. We will open at noon on Fridays for Liberty Call-an early start to the weekend for our many friends in the armed forces!

- Food Truck Friday, Commonwealth Brewing Company, 3:00 pm - 12:00 am, 2444 Pleasure House Rd, Virginia Beach. We welcome 'Bodacious Pizza' Food Truck, bringing their made-to-order Artisan Pizza!

- Food Truck Friday, Rip Rap Brewing Co., 4 - 10:00 pm (new hours), 116 E. 25th St., Norfolk. Start your weekend here in Norfolk and hang out in our Dog friendly, and Family friendly tasting room and pair our tasty fresh beer with treats from a great local food truck.

- Food Truck Friday, O'Connor Brewing Co., 3 - 10:00 pm, 211 W 24th St, Norfolk. TGIF! Looking for somewhere different to go on Friday night that is friendly, lively, and FUN! Well then come on down y'all to the OBC where every Friday night we have good times, lots of our delectable craft beers. Get Stuffed will be slinging their tacos, wraps, burritos, and bowls from 3-10 pm! Cheers!

- Firkin Friday, Cogan’s Pizza North, 6:00 pm, 4311 Colley Avenue, Norfolk. Every Friday, we tap a cask of ale from one of our local craft breweries. Come out and enjoy some REAL BEER!

- FlickIt! Fridays: Clueless, The Naro Expanded Cinema, 9:15 pm, 1507 Colley Ave., Norfolk. Calling all Baldwins and Bettys! You asked for it! CLUELESS came in a *very* close 2nd during our last #PIckTheFlick poll, so we decided to give you both. And because we want to do something for humanity, this month we've partnered up with the Portsmouth Volunteers For The Homeless. We're organizing a donation drive in the lobby in addition to the support you give them through drink sales. It's like that book we read in the 9th grade that said "'tis a far, far better thing doing stuff for other people." Let's make sure to fill those donation boxes to the brim. They are looking for clothing, outerwear, toiletries, gently-used luggage, & cleaning supplies (but leave the kitchenware at home, you ladies). Smartmouth Beer will be comin' with the non-herbal refreshments, and we'll be rollin' with our homies from Atlantis Games & Comics, Cardinal Skate Shop (proud sponsor of the ASL!), and Studio Posy. It's gonna be ragin'.

- Food Truck Friday, Bold Mariner Brewing Company, 4 - 9:00 pm, 2409 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Norfolk.  We'll have 'COOKed 2 GO' food truck in the beer garden to pair their customized gourmet Paninis, Burgers, Breakfast Sandwiches and Wraps with our tasty brews.

- Food Truck Friday, Benchtop Brewing Company, 4 - 9:00 pm, 1129 Boissevain Ave., Norfolk. We are back at it again this week, with Pints, Flights and Growler Fills. We'll have 'Vicki Vail's' food truck here to pair with our beers.

- Food Truck Friday, Smartmouth Brewing Company, 4:30 - 9:00 pm, 1309 Raleigh Avenue, Norfolk. Come start your weekend with Great beer and 'Poor Boys Burgers' food truck.

- Special Friday Night Beer and Cheese Pairing Menu, The Birch, 3:00 pm - 2:00 am, 1231 W Olney Rd, Norfolk. A way to offer a bridge between our beer menu and our cheese! The pairings can be ordered individually or they can be ordered together as a flight!

- Food Truck / Live Music Friday, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 1 - 11:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. Kick off your weekend right with great beer, delicious food, and friends and family. 'Potheads Mobile Catering & Eatery' will be here, and we'll have live music by 'Audio Portrait' at 7 pm.

- Firkin Friday, Bull Island Brewing Company, 11:00 am - 11:00 pm, 758 Settlers Landing Rd., Hampton. We're going to have a special blend of our brew on tap to tempt your palate this Friday for Firkin Friday! It's so good; don't miss out on this spin on our beer! We'll be serving it until it runs out starting Friday morning! Plus we have Happy Hour from 3-6 pm.

- Kickin' off the Weekend, St. George Brewing Company, 4 - 8:00 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. 'Bro's Fish Tacos' making this Friday night more than savory. 'PC & J' providing the best music to start the weekend of right. Music starting at 6 pm. Is there a better way to start the weekend?!?

- Drink Local: Meet Your Craft Brewery, Total Wine & More, 3 - 5:00 pm, 12551 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Craft beer is taking the country by storm, as brewers build upon traditional techniques and styles and experiment with new ones. Representatives from Bold Rock and Green Flash will give you an insider perspective on the craft beer movement. $ 10.00 per person. http://www.totalwine.com/class/drink-local-meet-your-craft-brewery/newport-news-jefferson-commons/virginia/e/ec164691

- Bi-Polar Live / Friday Night Flights, Tradition Brewing Company, 4:00 - 10:00 pm (New Hours), 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. ' Bi-Polar' live on the taproom stage at 6:30 pm! NO COVER...free show! We'll be featuring 'The Scottish Pig' food truck, an as always we'll help you kick off your weekend right with discounts on flights of 4 and 6 samplings of our great local craft beer!

- Free Beer Tasting, Hair of the DoG Bottle Shop, 5-8:00 pm, 401 W Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg. Come by every Friday to try what's new and grab a growler to go from one of our 8 Taps, or large selection of craft bottles and cans. See you at 5 pm!

- Food Truck Friday, The Virginia Beer Company, 12 - 9:30 pm, 401 2nd St, Williamsburg. Did you know we create a one-off Brewmaster's Pin for EVERY Friday? Did you know we tap a new brew EVERY Friday? Welcome the weekend with 'Two Drummers Offbeat Eats' food truck in the bier garden from 4-9 pm, and a Valentine's themed Brewmaster's Pin featuring Boatman Barleywine aged on Cacao Nibs! Tapped around 3:30-ish! Come on down and kick-off your weekend the right way!

- Cask Tapping in the Taproom / Live Music Friday, Alewerks Brewing Company, 12 - 9:00 pm, 189-B Ewell Road, Williamsburg. Every Friday night we tap a new cask in the Taproom. Each cask beer is a unique creation, giving our brewers a chance to enhance the flavors, as well as add new ones never before tried. Cask ale or cask-conditioned beer is unfiltered and unpasteurized beer which is conditioned (including secondary fermentation) and served from a cask without additional nitrogen or carbon dioxide pressure. Many consider it the best way to drink a beer. Come kick your weekend off the right way with great beer and live music from Clayton Perry in the Taproom. Clayton's a favorite here, and we're happy to have him back. Come have a beer and find out why. Arrive early the live music starts at 5:30 pm.

- Live Music / Food Truck Friday, Brass Cannon Brewing, 12 - 9:00 pm, 5476 Mooretown Road, Williamsburg. 'Hungry Hungry Arrow' will be here serving great food, and we will be pouring tasty beers all night. Then Brass Cannon will host acoustic rock musician Nathan Lienard from 6 to 9 pm. Nathan started playing guitar while attending Christopher Newport University. He started writing his own music shortly after and began sharing it with his friends and family. Nathan plays acoustic rock and cites Dave Matthews, Jack Johnson, Jimmy Buffett, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Josh Ritter and Nick Drake as influences to his style. So come on out for an evening of fun!

Sat, Feb 18

- Saturday Food Truck, Green Flash Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm (open 12 - 10:00 pm), 1209 Craft Lane, Virginia Beach. 'Karnage Asada' food truck serving their Latin-Asian Smackdown, tacos, burritos and bowls.

- Bottle Release, Reaver Beach Brewing Co., 12 - 9:00 pm, 1505 Taylor Farm Rd., Virginia Beach. After a 14 month hiatus, we're pleased to announce the return of a favorite: WITHIN THE FLOOD MARKS (Blend #2) - a sour blonde ale refermented with blueberries in Sherry Casks. This beer was fermented to dryness with our mixed culture containing wild yeast and souring bacteria native to Coastal Virginia, then refermented in freshly dumped Sherry Casks with blueberries. The result is a massively fruit-forward beer, with prominent oak and Sherry character, wrapped up in a deep purple color. The beer takes its name from the practice of executing those convicted of piracy by hanging, which customarily took place in the flood zone at low tide. This tradition, while not always put into practice, stemmed from the British Admiralty's stake of jurisdiction and dominance over anything occurring at sea. It will be available on draft and to go in 750ml bottles, with no bottle limit.

- Beer Release, Young Veterans Brewing Company, 12 - 11:00 pm, 2505 Horse Pasture Rd., Ste. 104, Virginia Beach. Join us for the release of our newest creation! Commander in Peach is a New England Style IPA brewed with Peaches! We've dry hopped this bad boy with stupid amounts of Citra, Mosaic and Azacca hops! We will have 750mL bottles in very limited supply! Join us for the release or you just might miss out entirely!

- Drink Local: Meet Your Craft Brewery, Total Wine & More, 3 - 5:00 pm, Marketplace at Hilltop, 1744 Laskin Rd., Virginia Beach. Craft beer is taking the country by storm, as brewers build upon traditional techniques and styles and experiment with new ones. Representatives from Bold Rock and Green Flash will give you an insider perspective on the craft beer movement. $ 10.00 per person. http://www.totalwine.com/class/drink-local-meet-your-craft-brewery/virginia-beach/virginia/e/ec164717

- Live Music & Food Trucks, Mix it Up Growlers Flights & Pints, 11:00 am - Midnight, 2973 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. Hang out, grab some grub from a great local food truck, and chill to tunes.

- Saturday Food Truck, Commonwealth Brewing Company, 12:00 pm - Midnight, 2444 Pleasure House Rd., Virginia Beach. Welcome 'Deutscher Imbiss' Saturday, Feb 18th. Bratwurst, currywurst, schnitzel - need we say more. Come out and enjoy authentic German food.

- Beer release, Rip Rap Brewing Co., 12 - 10:00 pm, 116 E 25th St., Norfolk. We will be releasing Deep Berth Belgian Strong Ale on Saturday! Deep Berth is a strong, pale Belgian Strong Ale. It is 9.2% abv and has spicy and fruity Belgian notes. 'Lobsters2u's A Bite Of Maine' will be here serving up delicious food!

- Free Tours, Food Trucks, & Fun, O'Connor Brewing Co., 12 - 10:00 pm, 211 W 24th St, Norfolk. On Saturdays we have free brewery tours each hour from 12-4 pm. There’s plenty of cornhole, shuffleboard and giant Jenga, and of course, fresh, tasty beers, all day and evening. Also, join us for a pint and live music by John the Revelator. John the Revelator is a stomp blues, dark folk-act based out of Fountain Inn, South Carolina. This is the next to last date of his widely successful winter tour, so be sure to come out and support! Plus, Come on out from 12-10 pm for 100% hand-pulled whole-hog bbq from Malbon’s Flying Pig!

- Beer Release, CBC - Coelacanth Brewing Company, 12 - 10:00 pm, 760 A W 22nd St., Norfolk. Join us for the return of NAW'MEEN, our Baltic Porter! Naw'Meen was already a bit off the path, but this year we did something different - based on the success of "Hemingway" our barrel-aged variant of Naw'Meen, we decided to add Coconut to the recipe. The result is a beer that's big & bold like the sea, with flavors of coconut, coffee, dark fruit & raisins. Unlike their British cousins, Baltic Porters are brewed with lager yeast, which is the tradition we follow. 'Waffletina' will be here in the Morning and 'Pendulum Fine Meats' pop-up will be here in the afternoon.

- Saturday Food Truck, Bold Mariner Brewing Company, 12 - 7:30 pm, 2409 Bowdens Ferry Rd, Norfolk.  We'll have 'All About The Cheese' food truck in the beer garden to pair their Cheesy goodness with our tasty brews. Closing at 7:30 pm for an Event.

- Saturday Food truck, Benchtop Brewing Company, 12 - 9:00 pm, 1129 Boissevain Ave., Norfolk. We are back at it again. Come and get a taste of our delicious beers paired with great food from 'Vicki Vail's' food truck from 12 - 9 pm.

- Bull & Oyster Roast, Smartmouth Beer, 2 - 7:00 pm, 1309 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk. Join Capt'n Crabby at the 3rd Annual Smartmouth Beer Bull & Oyster Roast on February 18th, from 2-7 pm! It will be an all You Can Eat Extravaganza! Enjoy awesome music by 'Buck Shot too'! Tickets on sale now for $40! They will be $50 at the door, so get yours today! Email itscrabtastic@gmail to request your tickets!

- Come Run Remember Kenneth Wallace, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 12:30 - 3:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. Join EOW Run INC and the local community in running (or walking, or biking, or rollerblading...) to remember fallen hero Kenneth Wallace, and then share stories and relax over brews with us! For participants, the first beer will be $1 - and we always offer a military and first responder discount. So come out and enjoy a brew (or several) with some great community members! You will have earned it whether you joined the run or not. We always appreciate your service! ** For more information on the run, visit EOW Run INC's event page.

- Sinful Saturday, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 1 - 11:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. We'll have 'Poor Boys Burgers' to fill your hunger, and 'Sinful Treats' to help your sweet tooth.

- Yoga on Tap, The St. George Brewing Company, 9:30 am, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. Our Tasting room is open from 10 am to 6 pm, but every Saturday morning we host 'Yoga on Tap', a one hour Vinyasa flow yoga class, by Yaz Yoga.

- Saturday at the Brewery / Brewery Tour, The St. George Brewing Company, 3 - 8:00 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. 'Joyce & Jewel's BBQ' with the best BBQ you can find! 'Little Bit'a Spam Wendell & Jeff Blackwater Jam Duo' will be here starting at 6 - 8 pm for a jammin' Saturday night. Come early and tour St. George's Brewery from 3 - 4 pm, as you walk through seeing and discussing everyday activities and the life of a brewer.

- Celeste Kellogg Duo, Tradition Brewing Company, 6:30 - 10:30 pm, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Celeste Kellogg is a CMA / Nashville Recording Artist. Her latest EP titled You & Me. Your Pie Norfolk / Ward's Corner will be here cooking fresh pizza out front.

- VBC's Lunatic Luau, The Virginia Beer Company, 12 - 9:30 pm, 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. Will a hula skirt keep the winter chill out? Join us on Saturday, February 18th to find out! From the mad minds behind 'Two Drummers Offbeat Eats' + 'FoodaTude..Food with Attitude' comes VBC's first ever Lunatic Luau party. 8 taps. 2 food trucks. 1 full day of Luau & BBQ treats. And live music by Dave McKenney. Maybe he'll bring a ukulele too!

- Saturday Food Truck, Brass Cannon Brewing, 12 - 9:00 pm, 5476 Mooretown Road, Williamsburg. We'll have 'Dezzie Rae's Mobile Grill' bringing us grilled American grub to pair with our cold fresh brews.

Sat/Sun, Feb 18/19

- The Dark Side Nano Festival Day 2, TRIANGLE, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, 601 Prince George Street, Williamsburg. TRIANGLE presents... it's first 'nano beer festival!' Join us on Saturday, February 18th & Sunday, February 19th, between 11 am & 4 pm! Draft, Bottle Pours, & Pins! $10 Entry Fee includes a Souvenir Tasting Glass, 1 food ticket, and 3 beer tasting tickets! Additional beer tastings only $1/ticket, and additional food only $2 a portion, including vegetarian and vegan options! Over a Dozen local and regional craft breweries will be represented.

Sun, Feb 19

- Growler Power Hours, Reaver Beach Brewing Company, 2 - 4:00 pm (open from 1 - 6:00 pm), 1505 Taylor Farm Rd., Virginia Beach. The weekend's not over, from 2-4 pm we offer discounts on all growler and grenade fills.

- Sunday Food Truck, Green Flash Brewing Company, 12 - 8:00 pm (open 12 - 10:00 pm), 1209 Craft Lane, Virginia Beach. 'Vicki Vail's' food truck will be here serving gourmet burgers and made from scratch sides.

- Service Industry Sunday, Back Bay Brewing, 12 - 6:00 pm, 614 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach. Come in for Service Industry Specials on Sundays!

- Sunday Funday, Mix it Up, Mix it Up Growlers Flights & Pints, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, 2973 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. Sunday Funday Backyard Party and $1 hot dogs all day long!

- Crocks for a Cause, Pleasure House Brewing, 6-8 pm (open 12-10:00 pm), 3025 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach. Every Sunday at 6 pm, for a donation of just $5 you can try all of the crockpot creation entries in our cooking contest! The winner gets a PHB gift card! All proceeds go directly to K-9 New Life charity and you too can be a judge!

- Sunday Food Truck, Commonwealth Brewing Company, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, 2444 Pleasure House Rd., Virginia Beach. Welcome 'Capt'n Crabby' on Sunday, Feb 19th. Crab cakes, seasonal sides and other dishes and sandwiches.

- Tap It Local Pop Up Kitchen, Big Ugly Brewing Company, 12:30 pm, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S., Chesapeake. Our friends from Tap It Local will be grilling up some burgers, bbq, crab cakes and shrimp to go with that Big Bold Beer at Big Ugly Brewing on Sunday’s from Noon to 4 pm so come hungry and thirsty.

- Food Truck Brunch / SIN, O'Connor Brewing Co., 12 - 7:00 pm, 211 W 24th St, Norfolk. Come out and grab some of Rustic Roots Gourmet’s authentic BBQ with complex flavors and upscale flair from 12-7 pm! And of course it's Service Industry Night, so if you work in a bar or restaurant, we've got an exclusive happy hour just for you!

- Exception(andall) beers, Exception(ale), 12 - 6:00 pm, 2000 Colonial Ave, # 6, Norfolk. We have exception(andall) beers every Sunday. We'll offer up extra flavors infused into already great beers issuing out Dogfish Randall.

- Sunday Food Truck, Coelacanth Brewing Company, 1 - 7:00 pm, 760 A W 22nd St., Norfolk. Come grab a handful of deliciousness to pair with our beers with 'Poor Boys Burgers'.

- Sunday Salute, The Bold Mariner Brewing Company, 12 - 6:00 pm, 2409 Bowden's Ferry Rd., Norfolk. Discount on draught for all Active Duty Military and Veterans.

- Sunday Funday, Benchtop Brewing Company, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, 1129 Boissevain Ave., Norfolk. Come in for our Sunday Funday draft specials.

- Full Strength CrossFit Workout Feb, Smartmouth Beer, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm., 1309 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk. Join us for our latest CrossFit workout at Smartmouth Brewing Co. This will be an intense (and FUN) full body workout provided by Corey Coleman from CrossFit Little Creek. You can expect to perform everyday functional movements mixed in a new and challenging format. Perfect for people of all skill and fitness levels, we will perform variations of push-ups, lunges, and other body weight movements. The free hour-long class will be limited to 50 people and you must sign up at the link above. Immediately after the workout participants can refresh with a nice cold beer (market prices.) The classes are free, but donations are requested to benefit local waterways charities.  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c054ea9a72da2f58-crossfit8

- Smartmouth Sundays, Smartmouth Brewing Co., 1 - 5:00 pm, 1309 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk. Our tasting room will be open from 1-5 pm serving up delicious craft beer in its many vessels and offering all the Smartmouth swag you can get your hands on. Plus tasty treats from the 'Waffletina’ pop-up.

- Sunday Food Truck, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 1 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. We’ll have 'Sofrito’ food truck the Rockin Rican on site to pair with our fresh craft beer.

- Beer Tasting, Total Wine & More Newport News, 1 - 4:00 pm, 12551 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join Alewerks Brewing for a tasting at Total Wine & More in Newport News. We'll be on site pouring a variety of our brews for you to taste and purchase. Stop by and see us!

- Manhattan's NY Deli Blues N Brews Series, 3 - 7:00 pm, Manhattan's NY Deli & Pub, 601 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. You asked for it...you got it! The Manhattan's Blues N Brews series is back! This week with the 'Billy Joe Trio'. Featured Brew, Brass Cannon Brewery's Angry Scot Scottish ale.

- Oms & Ale / Sunday Food Truck, Tradition Brewing Company, 10 - 11:15 am, then 12 - 6:00 pm, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Tap into the fun and bliss of brewery yoga. Suitable for beginner and experienced students, this class will challenge your balance, strength and flexibility through guided poses and breathing techniques. Experience balance as you alleviate the physical tension and mental stresses of the day. All levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and bring a mat and a friend! $15 includes yoga & a pint. Then finish off your weekend with a lazy afternoon of beer and good food featuring 'Cubania’ food truck with their authentic Cuban flavors, and a Pet Adoption Event with Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter.

- BRUNCH at the Brewery, The Virginia Beer Company, 12 - 6:00 pm, 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. Come for brunch and stay for dinner with Comfort food and craft beer cravings met with 'Little Piggy's Wurst Nightmare' food truck at 401! Plus, SUNDAY specials! With specials on cases of 12 oz. cans + 3-packs of 32 oz. crowlers to get you through the long weekend. THEN: Stick around for extended taproom hours and join the Armed Services Arts Partnership for a Presidents' Day open mic fundraiser!

- Veterans Open Mic with ASAP, The Virginia Beer Company, 7:30 - 9:30 pm, 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. VBC is proud to continue our partnership with the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) and we are excited to announce our next open mic night for veterans, service members, and military family members from the Greater Richmond and Hampton Roads Areas! This evening of comedy & music will provide a platform for veterans to showcase their talents, express themselves, and have their voices heard in front of members of the local community. Tickets: General admission tickets are $10 online and at the door. Proceeds from ticket sales will directly support the programming of ASAP! Tickets may be purchased by visiting: bit.ly/vetsopenmic19feb

- Live Music and Steal the Vessel Sundays, Alewerks Brewing Company, 12 - 5:00 pm, 189-B Ewell Road, Williamsburg. Every Sunday is Steal the Vessel on American style growlers and grunts. Plus we'll have live music by the 'Walkerton Brothers' from 2-4 pm in the taproom; Good vibes, and beer to live for.

Mon, Feb 20

- Craft Beer Mondays, Ynot Italian, Great Neck, Kempsville, Greenbrier, Great Bridge, Ghent. Every Monday $3 Craft Beers. *Must be 21 years old to purchase. Valid for a limited time. Valid till 9 pm on Mondays only.  http://www.ynotitalian.com/craftbeer/

- Trivia Night, Wasserhund Brewing Company, 7-9:00 pm, 1805 Laskin Road, Suite 102, Virginia Beach. Mondays are the new Fridays at Wasserhund! Come test your skills with Trivia every Monday, from 7-9 pm. Drink beer, eat pizza, and win some great prizes! Bring yourself or a team of your smartest friends. You can win 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes!

- Steal the Pint/Wings Night, HK on the Bay, 6-8:00 pm, 4600 Lookout Rd., Virginia Beach.  Here at Hk on the Bay we have a Steal the Pint Night EVERY Monday! Grab a pint of craft beer from our Brewery of the Month, Heavy Seas Brewing from Baltimore, MD and receive a FREE brewery pint glass! Plus, we have All You Can Eat Wings for $14. With wing sauces ranging from Hell to Wimpy to Honey BBQ, there is a sauce for everyone!

- Draft Mondays, Brixx Pizza - Greenbrier, 801 Eden Way N., Chesapeake. Don't like Mondays? What if we tell you all drafts are just $3 on Mondays at Brixx?

- Military Monday, O'Connor Brewing Co., 3 - 9:00 pm, 211 W 24th St, Norfolk. It's Military Monday, so all of you who currently serve, or have served, come join us for a pint & let us treat you like the MVPs that you are! As a token of our gratitude for your service, we will be offering a special discount EVERY MONDAY to all active duty, retired, and veteran military members. (Please present valid proof of service to receive discount)

- Monday night Penny Pints, Supper-Southern Morsels, 5:00 pm, 319 W 21st St, Norfolk. Kicking off February with one of our favorite brews from The Virginia Beer Company: Wrenish Rye! Join us Monday to kick off Penny Pint Night with this month's featured brewery, as well as exciting beer-centric additions from the kitchen!

- Cards Against Humanity ft. Starr Hill, Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Norfolk, 8 - 10:00 pm, 131 Granby Street Suite A, Norfolk. Monday's are hard, we know. Join us for Cards Against Humanity with Starr Hill for some local brews and a little bit of laughter to help make it through. There will be swag scored by the winning team. Stay tuned for the brews.

- Mamma's Monday Night, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 1 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. We'll have delivery from Mama Rosa's Italian Family Restaurant! Monday just got even better!

- Pint Night, Park Lane Tavern, 5:00 pm, Peninsula Town Center, Hampton. Our regular Monday Steal the Glass Night. Stealing starts at 5 pm, Live Music by Brian 'Big Daddy' Sewell will start at 6:30 pm.

- Point 2 Pub Run with Mizuno, Point 2 Running Company & Whole Foods Newport News, 6:00 pm, 12080 Jefferson Ave, Ste. 910, Newport News. Join us as for a shoe demo and fun run with Mizuno! Come out and demo the Wave Inspire and Wave Rider with Mizuno! You may even win a raffle prize! :) Afterwards we will finish at Whole Foods for drinks and social fun. See you there!

- Burger & Pint night, Craft 60 Ale House, 4 - 9:00 pm, 13361 Warwick Blvd, Newport News. Every Monday Burger & Pint night. Enjoy discounts on all of our hand crafted burgers and pints until 9 pm.

- MugShot Mondays, Mellow Mushroom (Newport News, VA), 12090 Jefferson Ave., Su. 1500, Newport News. MugShot Mondays all day Monday every week! Come by for one of the best drink specials on the peninsula!

- Steal the Glass, The Sandbar Grill and Pub, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, 736 J Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News. Our weekly steal the pint night. $5 takes the pint with the glass and $5 fill ups til 9 pm.

- Dog Street Pub Running Club, 5:00 pm, 401 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg. A family & dog friendly casual running club in the Colonial area. We meet every Monday at DoG Street Pub. Run starts at 6 pm.

- VBC's Treat Yo' Self Day, The Virginia Beer Company, 12 - 9:00 pm (EXTENDED HOURS for Presidents' Day), 401 2nd St., Williamsburg. That's right: NEW day! Now open 4-9 pm on Mondays featuring Industry Night specials for all of our food & beverage friends  with 'All About The Cheese' here to rock your vote for best grilled cheese sammich. Extended hours equals Industry Day + Night specials all holiday long too! Treat yo' self with an extra day at 401!

Tue, Feb 21

- YVBC Trivia Night, Young Veterans Brewing Company, 6 - 8:00 pm, 2505 Horse Pasture Rd., Ste. 104, Virginia Beach. Join us at 6 pm! We will charge $2 entry fee that will then be applied to your first beer. We have a limited number of spots available so get in early, get your spot, drink beer and have some fun! - Big Ugly Steal The Pint Night, Brick Anchor Brew House, 6 - 9:00 pm, 241 Granby St., Norfolk. Purchase 1 Big Ugly specialty beer for $5.50 to receive a complimentary Big Ugly pint glass!

- Service Industry Night, The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery, 6 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. JOIN us for Service Industry Nights at the brewery! We will be offering discounted beers and retail, we will have board games to play, and if you want to bring your own Vinyl to share for the night on our record player, we would love to hear it! If you work in a bar, restaurant, brewery, etc., then we want to celebrate you and your hard work, so come on out and have an awesome time with us! We look forward to seeing you on the first and third Tuesday of every month!

- Vinyl Night, Alewerks Brewing Company, 5 - 9:00 pm, 189 B Ewell Rd., Williamsburg. Tuesday is Vinyl Night at Alewerks. Come out to enjoy some vintage sounds, or bring your own favorite and we'll get it spinning. Great music, great beer, and you. Sounds like a winning combination.

Wed, Feb 22

- Belgian Tripel Tasting, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant - Virginia Beach, 5 - 6:00 pm, 4561 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Come enjoy a comparative tasting of GB Tripel and other Belgian Triples!

- Trivia Night, The St. George Brewing Company, 6 - 9:00 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. Get your team together and come join us for our first TRIVIA NIGHT! 6 people per team. with prizes ranging from 1st - 3rd place.

Thu, Feb 23

- 3-Course Dinner pairing with Big Ugly brews, Five Points Community Farm Market, 6 - 9:00 pm, 2500 Church St. Ste. A, Norfolk. This 3-Course Dinner Paired with Beers from Big Ugly Brewing in Chesapeake is going to delight your palette! Check out the menu and make your reservation online! (Limited Seating!) http://5ptsfarmmarket.org/online-ordering/

Fri, Feb 24 - Draft Release, Smartmouth Beer, 4:30 - 9:00 pm, 1309 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk. Draft Release: Bandwagon Ekuanot. Join us for the release of our next entry in the Bandwagon series, a showcase for the hottest hops out there. For our latest brew, we go all-in on Ekuanot hops with some minor tweaks to the Bandwagon recipe to further showcase the melon, berry and orange peel aromas this hop is known for. Bandwagon Ekuanot will be released on draft and in limited 16oz. cans so come get them while you can. Food Gangsters Norfolk will be on-site slinging delicious burgers to complement this fine brew.

Sat, Feb 25

- Pilates & Pints- Featuring FLO Pilates, Back Bay Brewing, 10 - 11:00 am, 614 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach. Pilates & Beer have joined together for a perfect Saturday morning! Come enjoy a Pilates Mat Class presented by FLO Pilates and stay for a Tasty Pint complimentary of Back Bay Brewing Co. after class. Pilates is a low-impact, full-body, strength training workout for everyone! Please bring your own mat/towel/water/ and friends! $15 includes mat & beer/ FREE to RF Members! www.realflexi.com  Click here to enroll: https://realflexi.frontdeskhq.com/e/48931201

- Dominion Derby Girls Jetties Vs. Rails, Haygood Roller Skating Center, 8 - 11:00 pm, 1036 Ferry Plantation Rd., Virginia Beach. Join us at Haygood Skating Center in Virginia Beach for the year's first home game. You will see all of our fresh talent as our home teams, the Norfolk Rails & the Virginia Beach Jetties, once again begin their year-long battle. Don't forget our Beer Garden. Kids 10 & Under are free with an adult. Active Duty Military & First responders $10 at the door with ID. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2816809

- A Night of Blues & Brews, O'Connor Brewing Co., 9:00 pm - Midnight, 211 W 24th St., Norfolk. The next in an after-hours concert series by O'Connor Brewing Co. benefiting the 2017 NorFOLK Festival: A Night of Blues & Brews; Brackish Water Jamboree & Friends perform a repertoire of old-timey blues. Admission by donation. Come dance!

- Glamour, Glitz & Gatsby Auction, Hosted by The Williams School, Harrison Opera House, 6 - 9:00 pm, 160 W Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Please join us for .... Glamour, Glitz and Gatsby...a roaring good time! Advance General Admission Tickets are $75 per person ($80 at the door); purchase a Ticket for a Teacher for only $35!

- Hull 488 Release Party & SS United States Tribute, Tradition Brewing Company, 12 - 11:00 pm, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Newport News. Tradition Brewing Company invites you to celebrate "America's Flagship." The S.S. United States was once the most graceful and powerful seagoing vessel in the world. Please join us in celebrating her storied history and protecting her future as we honor the S.S. United States Conservancy, who is working to restore her color and vigor in the 21st century. Please join us as we embark upon the maiden voyage of the Hull 488 in 12oz cans. Proceeds from Hull 488 sales will help keep this iconic ship afloat.

Tue, Feb 28 - At The Hightop, Chow, 6 - 8:00 pm, 5103 Colley Ave., Norfolk. At The Hightop is Chow's educational series where we feature folks from the community that are experts in their respective fields. This month's featured guest is Jimmy Loughran, Head Brewer at Smartmouth Beer. Included in your $40 ticket is a flight of 4 beers (2 from Smartmouth and 2 that Jimmy has chosen from our list) and a paired tasting menu. Here is your opportunity to ask all the questions about beer that you have been thinking in a small group setting. There are only 8 seats, so call and hold your spot with a $15 reservation deposit (to be applied to the final bill).

Thu, Mar 2

- Thursday Trivia Nights, Brass Cannon Brewing, 6:00 pm, 5476 Mooretown Road, Williamsburg. Think you know a bunch of stuff you don't need to know? Brass Cannon Brewing will begin hosting trivia nights every Thursday starting March 2nd. Hosted by our own Sarah Adams, our trivia nights will cover a wide range from the boring current affairs to the weirdest bits of history and entertainment.

UPCOMING BEER FESTS AND FESTIVAL FORECAST:

Sun, Mar 5 - 41st Annual Oyster Roast and Craft Beer Festival, Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1 - 5:00 pm, . Hosted by the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, Rescue 14. Roasted, raw, and fried oysters; Beach Bully BBQ and fried chicken; local craft beer, and domestic beer and wine; delicious sides and soft drinks. With live music by 'Hotcakes' and Casino tables, as well as silent auction, raffles, and local artisans. Tickets: $55 Adults, $15 Ages 6-16, children 5 and under Free.  VBRS.org Fri, Mar 10 - Shamrockin' in Ghent, 6 - 10:00 pm, Colley Ave. 1500 Block, Ghent, Norfolk. SouthernBank presents Shamrockin' in Ghent, which is Hope House Foundation's annual St. Patrick's Day block party on Colley Avenue in Ghent. The fun includes live music from the Tidewater Pipes and Drums, The Fighting Jamesons, and the Deloreans! There will also be delicious food from Belmont House of Smoke and Gerty's Gourmet Kitchen, as well as festive adult beverages!  Drink tickets are just $5 each (12 oz.) and can be purchased at the event.  This event is FREE and open to the public. Proceeds benefit Hope House Foundation. https://www.facebook.com/events/161674094320320/

Sat, Mar 18 - 50th Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm, From Northside Middle School (corner of Westmont Ave. and Granby Street), travel North on Granby, turn left at A View Ave., turn left on First View Street, and ends at the intersection of First View and Government Ave., Oceanview, Norfolk. The 50th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is a fun filled Irish parade with all the marching bands, clowns, floats, cars, and people necessary to make up an exciting and enjoyable parade. Everyone is Irish both in and along the parade route. The parade is presented by Norfolk Parade, Inc. After the parade come and join us at the Columbian Club of Ocean View grounds for live music, food, and fun. There will be a variety of food vendors and live music.

Sat, Mar 18 - 7th Year Anniversary / St. Patty's Day Party, O'Connor Brewing Co.,  211 W 24th St., Norfolk. Join us in celebrating the brewery's 7th anniversary and St. Patrick's Day at our first big party of the year! We'll have live music from Celtic trio 'Glasgow Kiss' from 2-5 pm. Headlining the show from 6-8 pm is the 'Will Overman Band', a Folk-Rock group bringing fresh, honest music straight out of the heart of Virginia. Our featured food trucks will be 'Your Pie', which brings you custom, hand-crafted pizzas baked in under 3 minutes; 'Grilled Cheese Academy', slinging delicious grilled cheese sandwiches; and 'The Food Dude', serving up some of the best surf grub on the beach. All three food trucks will be creating and serving Irish-inspired menu items, special to our event! *Due to the large capacity of this event, we will not be allowing dogs (even in our outside areas), tasting flights or growler fills on this day. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Sat, Mar 25 - 3rd Annual KISS my Cask Real Ale Festival, Back Bay Brewing, 12 - 5:00 pm, 614 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach.  This is not your average beer festival. We will have over 35 one of a kind cask creations from some of the best breweries around. If you don’t know what a cask is let us give your some quick knowledge. Cask ale or cask-conditioned beer is unfiltered and unpasteurized beer which is conditioned (including secondary fermentation) and served from a cask without additional nitrogen or carbon dioxide pressure. You will never try beer like this anywhere because they are all different! $40 Ticket (limited to 500): You receive: Entry, Special event Tasting Glass, 16oz Stadium Cup, Tastes/judging all casks, 2 beer tickets, Food: Hashi will be serving up food, Zeke’s Beans & Bowls and Gringos will be open as well! Please purchase tickets at https://www.squadup.com/events/kiss-my-cask-real-ale-cask-festival-35-unique-cask-25-breweries

Sat, Mar 25 - Evening on the Creek, Hosted by Hoffman Beverage Company Inc., Virginia Aquarium, 6 - 10:00 pm, 717 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach. A twist on the modern beer festival! *Tickets on sale UNTIL MARCH 10th!* *Must Be 21 to Attend* Join 18 local, regional and national breweries in support of Virginia Aquarium’s Stranding Response Team as they host the “An Evening on the Creek” on March 25th at 6 pm. Each expertly crafted beer, chosen in part for their rarity or limited quantities will be masterfully paired with complementary artisanal eats created by Chef Jason Congleton. Enjoy these rare, limited quantity beers and amazing food all while overlooking the beautiful view of Owls Creek and stunning environment of the VA Aquarium. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evening-on-the-creek-distinctive-brews-coupled-with-choice-fare-tickets-30461750917

Sat, Apr 22 - The 2nd Annual York River Beer Festival, presented by the Watermen's Museum, 12 - 5:00 pm, 309 Water St., Yorktown. Featuring over 20 craft breweries at this historic location in Yorktown, Virginia, this scenic venue is like no other located on the York River, including beach access, museum tours, cannon fire kick-off and a large deck overlooking the river. Throughout the venue you will find live music, cornhole, arts and crafts, the best food trucks in Hampton roads and 40+ beers available from over 20 craft breweries. The cost of general admission is $30 early bird, $35 pre-sale and $40 day-of; designated driver tickets are available for $15 early bird, $20 pre-sale and $25 day-of. General Admission includes unlimited complimentary 4oz. samples, a tasting glass, and live music performances.

Sat, Apr 22 - Phoebus Spring Fling and Craft Beer Festival, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mellen St., Phoebus, Hampton. Historic Phoebus will transform into a vibrant outdoor street festival featuring handmade arts and crafts, community exhibits, food trucks, live music and craft beer.

Sun, Apr 23 - Town Center Craft Beer Festival, Virginia Beach Town Center, 12 - 5:00 pm, Market St., Virginia Beach.  Virginia Beach Town Center presents the best of craft beer. Sample different beers from throughout the nation. Maybe you will find a new favorite beer! It won't be hard to find one you love because there will be over 50 different brews to try. Tickets bought in advance will be $25. Tickets bought at the door will be $30. Tickets include live entertainment and, of course, craft beer sampling. This Virginia Beach event is 5 hours packed with food, fun, and of course, BEER!

Sun, Apr 30 - Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival, 12 - 5:00 pm, on the lawn across the street from the Williamsburg Community Building at 401 N Boundary Street, Williamsburg. We look forward to a wonderful day for our third annual Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival — Williamsburg’s Biggest Beer Benefit! The beer festival will be completely tented so we will be pouring, rain or shine! Food trucks will be parked at the event. Outside coolers and large containers are NOT permitted.

Sat, May 6 - 2017 Coastal Virginia Beer Fest & Food Truck Rodeo, Hunt Club Farm, 12 - 5:00 pm, 2388 London Bridge Rd., Virginia Beach.

Sat, May 6 - 2nd Annual Revolutionary Beer Fest,  Chesapeake City Park

Sat, May 6 - Chic's Beach Festival 2017, HK on the Bay

Sat, May 6 - Blues, Brews, and BBQ: A Festival on the River, Riverwalk Landing, 12 - 6:00 pm, Water Street, Historic Yorktown. Hosted by York Foundation for Public Education. The Blues, Brews, and BBQ festival on May 6. Great music, great food, great cause!

Sun, May 7 - The Mariners' Craft Beer Festival, The Mariners' Museum and Park

Fri, May 19 - Suds & Buds 2017, Norfolk Botanical Garden

May TBA - 2017 Pungo Wine Festival Benefiting Connect With A Wish

Sat/Sun, May 20/21 - 16th Annual Virginia Beer Festival 2017, Town Point Park

May TBA - 2017 Bacon Bash: A Bacon, Beer & Bourbon Affair, The Virginia Living Museum

Sat, Jun 3 - Common Grounds: A Collaborative Brewer's Festival, Commonwealth Brewing Company

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Stone Brewing lanza Xocoveza Imperial Mocha Stout

ESCONDIDO, California – Stone Brewing da la bienvenida al otoño y al invierno con una cerveza negra imperial de moka inspirada en el chocolate caliente oaxaqueño. Armoniosamente equilibrada, Stone Xocoveza se elabora con todo lo bueno de la temporada navideña: chocolate, café, pimientos pasilla, vainilla, canela, nuez moscada y alegría.

Los sabores de cacao y canela se elevan al principio, seguidos del café, la nuez moscada y la vainilla. El sabor afrutado y el calor suave de los pimientos se calientan al final con el chocolate presente en cada sorbo. Es la misma receta divina que los fanáticos han clamado desde 2014, que anualmente señala el abrazo de días más cortos y noches más largas; el abrazo de una cerveza negra imperial de clase mundial. Disfruta ahora, o bien entrado el año siguiente, ya que este envejece maravillosamente.

Los ingredientes de alta calidad son la clave de los sabores matizados de Stone Xocovea. Este año, Stone se enorgullece de asociarse con Ritual Coffee, una empresa tostadora totalmente independiente de propiedad de mujeres. Ritual es conocido por sus cafés de origen único, frescos de temporada, comprados directamente a los agricultores y productores. De la misma manera que Stone definió el West Coast Style IPA, Ritual fue pionero en el West Coast Style de tostado ligero del café que traspasa los límites de lo que puede ser el café. ¿Suena familiar? Esta relación es intencional y nada menos que perfecta.

“Probamos algunos cafés nuevos de algunos proveedores para Stone Xocoveza de este año”, explicó Steve González, Gerente Senior de Elaboración e Innovación de Stone – Small Batch. “El claro destacado fue Sítio Cafe Forte, un café brasileño tostado por Ritual. Las notas de chocolate de los granos despertaron nuestro interés, y cuando preparamos la cerveza con este café, los resultados realmente nos dejaron boquiabiertos. Ritual es una empresa que tiene una merecida reputación no solo por la calidad, sino también por el abastecimiento sostenible y el compromiso con la diversidad ”.

Otro socio cuidadosamente seleccionado, Stone Xocoveza está elaborado con Belyzium Craft Chocolate. Belyzium es un productor de chocolate artesanal “de grano a barra” dedicado al cacao cultivado orgánicamente y de origen sostenible de Belice.

Stone Xocoveza ahora está en los estantes en un nuevo empaque increíble en todo el país. Encuéntrelo en latas de paquete de seis de 12 oz y en botellas de 22 oz y únase a Stone en la celebración: ¡HEMOS HECHO LA TEMPORADA DE STONE XOCOVEZA!

HECHOS RÁPIDOS

Nombre: Piedra Xocoveza Lanzamiento Web: StoneBrewing.com/Xocoveza Estadisticas: 8.1% ABV Disponibilidad: Lanzamiento especial a nivel nacional embalaje: Latas de paquete de seis de 12 oz, botellas de 22 oz y barril Encontrar cerveza: Find.stonebrewing.com

NOTAS DE SABOR

Apariencia: Vierte negro con una espesa espuma marrón. Aroma: La canela intensa, el cacao y el café son seguidos por la nuez moscada y los pimientos. A medida que la cerveza se calienta, las combinaciones de sabores evolucionan y las notas de cacao y vainilla realmente comienzan a abrirse. Sabor: El cacao y la canela están a la vanguardia. Le siguen el café, la nuez moscada y la vainilla, y el sabor afrutado y el picante suave de los pimientos pasilla se manifiestan muy bien al final. El chocolate está presente en todas partes. Paladar: Con cuerpo y muy suave con un ligero amargor. La dulzura agrega mucho a esta cerveza sin ser almibarada.

MARIDAJES DE ALIMENTOS

Entrantes: Pretzel bávaro de piedra *, nachos de aleta amarilla con aleta amarilla *, pepinillos fritos, bruschetta Sopas y ensaladas: Ensalada afrutada de cabra * (frutas de temporada y queso de cabra envuelto en fillo rallado), Ensalada de antipasto italiano, Sopa de curry Massaman, Sopa de pollo con limón griego Platos principales:Taco de Pollo Tinga *, Cordero a la Parrilla con Chimichurri, Cangrejo Dungeness, Pato Pekín Postres: Sorbete de melón, ruibarbo de fresa, magdalenas de flor de limón, natillas de lima con lichi

* Elementos del menú disponibles en Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido y Liberty Station

¿QUÉ PASA CON EL EMBALAJE INVERTIDO? Cometimos un gran error. A decir verdad, hemos hecho miles de ellos. Cada cerveza Stone es el resultado de prueba y error y error y error hasta que todo lo que queda es la mejor maldita cerveza que podemos preparar. Nos preocupamos por las cosas pequeñas, superando constantemente los límites de la cerveza artesanal independiente. Entonces no, estas etiquetas al revés no son un error. Son la manifestación visual de nuestra creencia más arraigada. Porque en la búsqueda de la perfección de la cerveza artesanal, no dejamos piedra sin remover.

ACERCA DE STONE BREWING

Fundada por Greg Koch y Steve Wagner en 1996, Stone Brewing, con sede en San Diego, es la novena cervecera artesanal más grande de los Estados Unidos. Stone, reconocida como líder de la industria galardonada, ha sido calificada dos veces como la “Mejor cervecería de todos los tiempos en el planeta Tierra” por la revista BeerAdvocate. La compañía opera cervecerías en Escondido, CA y Richmond, VA, además de nueve locales de grifería y bistró en los EE. UU. Y el distribuidor de cerveza artesanal más grande del país, Stone Distributing Co. los 50 estados y más de 40 países en todo el mundo. Para obtener más información sobre Stone Brewing y su compromiso con la independencia, la sostenibilidad, la filantropía y el arte de la elaboración de cerveza, visite stonebrewing.com o los sitios de redes sociales de la compañía: Facebook, Instagram y Twitter.

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